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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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